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Role & responsibilities The Legal Manager for the Legal Desk will oversee and manage a team of legal professionals dedicated to providing efficient and high-quality contract administration and legal support across the organization. This role will manage contract review processes, support intercompany agreements and maintain the administration of legal documentation and workflows to ensure compliance and risk mitigation. i) Team Management i. Lead and mentor the team of legal counsels and contract administrators ensuring performance aligns with service standards and organizational objectives for the SGS Group. ii. Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders on contractual issues and global legal processes. iii. Develop team capacity through training, knowledge-sharing, and development programs. iv. Set individual and team performance targets and conduct regular evaluations. ii) Contract Administration Support i. Monitor, maintain, and review contract management trackers and databases, ensuring all agreements are up-to-date, compliant, and accessible. ii. Collaborate effectively with the members of the different legal teams and other stakeholders across multiple countries to ensure consistency in legal standards, compliance, and contract execution. iii. Oversee the administration and management of contracts across the group, ensuring timely updates, renewals, and compliance. iv. Implement efficient workflows and tools for contract tracking, data management, and record-keeping. v. Act as the main point of contact for all contract administration inquiries and issues, supporting internal teams with guidance and expertise. iii) Functional Responsibilities i. Provide legal advice and support to various departments on contractual matters, risk assessments, master service agreements (sales and purchase), confidentiality agreements, intercompany agreements, tenders and other standardized agreements of the group etc. ii. Ensure all agreements comply with relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and company policies, and assist in the review of data privacy agreements. iii. Identify potential legal risks in contract negotiations and propose solutions that protect the companys interests while meeting business objectives. iv. Develop and implement standardized templates, processes, and best practices for contract management and review. Preferred candidate profile ** Qualified lawyer (L.L.B. or higher) from a recognized Indian university a. Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills. b. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. c. Familiarity with corporate, commercial, and contract law. d. Ability to analyze complex legal documents and provide concise recommendations. e. Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to present complex information clearly and effectively. Additional Comments a. Proven experience with outsourced legal services or centralized legal support functions is advantageous. Proficiency in contract management software and legal research tools is beneficial
